PROVEN SMOKY MOUNTAIN STR OPPORTUNITY! This private creekside cottage offers a rare combination of proven income, active STR permit, Top 1% Airbnb ranking and a 4.99-star rating! There is also opportunity to increase ADR and maximize revenue. Set on 2 private lots totaling just under 1.5 acres, the property features usable flat land, 2 year-round creeks and a natural spring, creating an exceptional setting for outdoor amenities. Guests enjoy a covered hot tub, gazebo, fire pit, creekside BBQ area, covered deck and multiple bridges. The charming 2BR/2BA cottage includes a remodeled kitchen, new appliances, limestone fireplace, media room, laundry, generous storage and a newly created Zen Den wellness space with infrared sauna and yoga station. Detached storage with electric could offer future game/theater potential, subject to approval. Resort amenities include 24-hour security, 3 pools, pickleball, basketball and winter road maintenance. Minutes to Downtown Gatlinburg, multiple Great Smoky Mountains National Park entrances, Dollywood, Little Pigeon River and the Blue Ridge Parkway. Turnkey STR + proven performance + active permit + premium creekside amenities + substantial acreage + upside potential = a compelling Smoky Mountain investment! Showings subject to booking availability.